Orbit of Wonder is an evocative folk ballad honoring the extraordinary journey of NASA astronaut Megan McArthur. Inspired by her 213 days in space, her pioneering role as the first woman to pilot a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft, and her profound perspective on Earth's fragility, this song weaves a tapestry of cosmic wonder and human achievement. With heartfelt lyrics and a soaring melody, it captures McArthur's legacy-from her work on the Hubble Space Telescope to her scientific contributions aboard the International Space Station. Perfect for stargazers, dreamers, and advocates of exploration, this track is a tribute to a trailblazer who touched the stars and brought their light back to Earth.

Megan McArthur's Orbit of Wonder

Explore the mystery of Saturn’s moon with Beneath the Ice of Enceladus, a song inspired by the scientific search for life beyond Earth. This piece reflects on Enceladus’ hidden ocean, where water and organic molecules suggest the possibility of microbial life. With thoughtful lyrics and a serene sound, the track encourages listeners to consider the universe’s mysteries and humanity’s pursuit of knowledge in space. Ideal for those fascinated by science, stars, or the unknown, this single offers a musical journey to a distant world.



Verse 1

Out in the cosmos, where the cold winds blow,

Saturn's moon shines with a frosty glow.

Enceladus, small, in the starry night,

Hides a secret deep, beneath the ice so bright.



Chorus

Where there's water, there's a chance for life,

In the ocean's depths, away from strife.

Enceladus calls, with its icy streams,

Could it hold the spark of extraterrestrial dreams?



Verse 2

Fountains of water, shooting high to the sky,

From cracks in the ice, where the secrets lie.

Organic molecules, complex and grand,

Found in the plumes-could life be at hand?



Chorus

Where there's water, there's a chance for life,

In the ocean's depths, away from strife.

Enceladus calls, with its icy streams,

Could it hold the spark of extraterrestrial dreams?



Bridge

No little green men, no creatures with eyes,

Just microbes, perhaps, in the ocean's disguise.

Scientists ponder, in labs they recreate,

The chemistry of life, and its possible fate.



Verse 3

Beyond the red Mars, where the sunlight is weak,

Enceladus whispers, a future we seek.

A subsurface ocean, a hope unforeseen,

Could life in the cosmos be more than a dream?



Chorus

Where there's water, there's a chance for life,

In the ocean's depths, away from strife.

Enceladus calls, with its icy streams,

Could it hold the spark of extraterrestrial dreams?



Outro

So we search the stars, with our hearts held high,

For the signs of life in the cosmic sky.

Enceladus waits, with its frozen embrace,

A chance for life in the vastness of space.

Beneath the Ice of Enceladus

“Light of Lucentia” is a gentle choral hymn celebrating the inner light within all beings and our connection to the natural world. Sung by a choir of mixed voices and accompanied by acoustic guitar, mandolin, and violin, the song evokes quiet mornings, rustling leaves, and the subtle radiance that exists in everyday life.
More than music, it is an invitation: to notice the light, to carry it softly, and to honor the Earth and each living being with presence and gratitude. There are no leaders, no hierarchies, no demands—only the shared glow of being, the humility of tending the small, sacred moments, and the joy of communal connection.


Light of Lucentia

I received this message about one of my songs on bandcamp: Subject: Rematriation of land in Belchertown Adam.... you new song about the North Quabbin got me thinking that you might write a song about the proposal by a local group to rematriate (land back) 430 in Belchertown to the Nipmuc people.  For details see: https://www.lampsonbrook-landback.org/  Thanks for the song you wrote about Jeffrey Amherst based on my Amherst Indy article! --- John Gerber Write the lyrics to the song John recommends and give it the following title "Nipmuc Rematriated" 

Verse 1

In the heart of Belchertown, where the rivers meet the sky,

Lies a patch of earth where our ancestors lie.

Through the forests and the fields, their spirits still remain,

Calling us to honor them, to heal the land again.



Chorus

Return the soil, return the seed,

To the hands that once did lead.

Nipmuc hearts, strong and true,

Rematriate what was taken from you.



Verse 2

The farm stands silent, waiting for the day,

When the Nipmuc return to show the way.

With agri-hoods and kitchens shared,

A future built on love and care.



Chorus

Return the soil, return the seed,

To the hands that once did lead.

Nipmuc hearts, strong and true,

Rematriate what was taken from you.



Bridge

Through legislation and community voice,

The land returns, we make the choice.

To honor those who came before,

And open wide the healing door.



Chorus

Return the soil, return the seed,

To the hands that once did lead.

Nipmuc hearts, strong and true,

Rematriate what was taken from you.



Outro

So here's to the land, to the people, to the dream,

A future where we all redeem.

Nipmuc Rematriated, the circle now complete,

Together we rise, together we meet.

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Nipmuc Rematriated

Today while walking across the Windsor Dam at the Quabbin Reservoir, I met a group of friendly DCR staff who spend their days caring for our parks, forests, and waters. Our conversation about music and the land inspired this song. “DCR is Walking With the Land” is meant to be sung together - simple, steady, and uplifting, like footsteps on a trail. May it carry the spirit of community, nature, and stewardship wherever it's sung.

DCR is Walking With The Land

Blood Moon Rising is a celestial journey woven through the innovative lens of cybernetic fusion-a bold blend of ancient ancestral echoes and cutting-edge electronic soundscapes. Inspired by the vivid imagery of the March 2025 total lunar eclipse, this track captures the haunting beauty of a crimson moon as it rises over Asia, Africa, and beyond. Drawing from the spirit of ancient Celtic and Mediterranean traditions, the song features evocative lyre-like plucks and droning harp tones, reminiscent of long-lost rituals, seamlessly fused with pulsating modern beats and ambient synth pads. The result is a hypnotic sound that feels both timeless and futuristic, pulling listeners into the cosmic dance of Earth, moon, and stars. Perfect for stargazers, dreamers, and those who feel the pull of the universe's mysteries.  

Blood Moon Rising

(Verse 1)
Under the stars, where the night unfolds,
A crimson glow in the sky takes hold.
From Asia's plains to Africa's shore,
The moon turns red, like tales of lore.

The sun and Earth in a cosmic dance,
Cast a shadow, a fleeting trance.
At seventeen-thirty, the world holds its breath,
A blood moon rises, defying death.

(Chorus)
Blood moon rising, painting the night,
A scarlet dream in the soft starlight.
No glasses needed, just lift your gaze,
The heavens burn in a mystic blaze.
Blood moon rising, oh, can't you see?
The sky's alive with eternity.

(Verse 2)
In Canberra's glow or Colombia's skies,
The moon turns red as the evening flies.
Europe catches a glimpse at dawn's first light,
While the Americas sleep through the night.

Scattered rays through the atmosphere bend,
Red waves linger where blue ones end.
A fleeting moment, yet ancient and grand,
The moon's bold hue grips the heart of the land.

(Chorus)
Blood moon rising, painting the night,
A scarlet dream in the soft starlight.
No glasses needed, just lift your gaze,
The heavens burn in a mystic blaze.
Blood moon rising, oh, can't you see?
The sky's alive with eternity.

(Bridge)
Milligan chases the sun's embrace,
Through eclipses, he's run the race.
But this blood moon calls, a prelude to more,
To August's shadow in twenty-six's core.

From Spain to Iceland, the skies will align,
A total eclipse, a moment divine.
Yet tonight we stand, beneath the red glow,
Where dreams and cosmos forever flow.

(Chorus)
Blood moon rising, painting the night,
A scarlet dream in the soft starlight.
No glasses needed, just lift your gaze,
The heavens burn in a mystic blaze.
Blood moon rising, oh, can't you see?
The sky's alive with eternity.

(Outro)
So look to the heavens, let wonder take flight,
The blood moon rises this Sunday night.
A fleeting marvel, a cosmic art,
It stains the sky and it stirs the heart.

Blood Moon Rising

A raw, unapologetic alt-rock gut-punch, No Shame, No Game channels the fiery spirit of mid-90s grunge anthems. This track is a seething outburst of frustration, with jagged guitar riffs and pounding drums backing lyrics that cut deep with personal betrayal. The vocals shift from simmering rage to full-throated defiance, capturing the sting of being wronged while still paying the price. Perfect for anyone who's ever been pushed too far, this song is a cathartic middle finger to deadbeats and deceivers.

Note: This one's personal, raw, and real-written from a place of real anger. It's a standalone release, not tied to any album, just pure emotion laid bare.

Verse 1
You're squattin' in my house, no shame, no game,
Nine months, no rent, but you're fannin' the flame.
Twenty-two grand, you owe, it's a slap in my face,
While I'm payin' taxes, you're takin' up space.

Chorus
You oughta know, you're livin' rent-free,
Dodgin' my calls, stealin' from me.
Insurance, utilities, I'm bleedin' dry,
Get out or pay up, don't even try!

Verse 2
I'm footin' your bills, while you're livin' so bold,
My wallet's on fire, your heart's ice-cold.
You think you're slick, but the truth's gonna sting,
This ain't your home, stop pullin' my strings.

Chorus
You oughta know, you're livin' rent-free,
Dodgin' my calls, stealin' from me.
Insurance, utilities, I'm bleedin' dry,
Get out or pay up, don't even try!

Bridge
Twenty-two K, it's a knife in my back,
You're livin' like a king, while my funds are sacked.
No more excuses, no more delay,
Pay what you owe, or get out today!

Chorus
You oughta know, you're livin' rent-free,
Dodgin' my calls, stealin' from me.
Insurance, utilities, I'm bleedin' dry,
Get out or pay up, don't even try!

Outro
You oughta know, this ain't your throne,
Pack up your lies, leave my home alone!

No Shame, No Game

Another in the Cybernetic Fusion™ dance series

[Verse]
Everybody get up (ooh-yeah!)
I wanna see you move
Don't be a butthead
Get in the groove

[Prechorus]
This is a dance
A robot dance
I wanna see you try
Before you die

[Chorus]
Do the robot (robot)
Do the robot (robot)
Shake your body
Like a bot

[Verse 2]
Move like a gear
Show no fear
Let your arms and legs
Flail for years

[Bridge]
Left
Then right
All through the night
Spin around
Do it again
Let the dance begin

[Chorus]
Do the robot (robot)
Do the robot (robot)
Shake your body
Like a bot

Do the Robot

Cybernetic Fusion™ blends ancestral music with electronic sound to create a future-born tradition. 

[Verse 1]
Everybody's doing it now
(ooh-yeah!)
All the cool kids know how
Show you how

[Prechorus]
Step to the left
Step to the right
Move your body
All through the night

[Chorus]
Robot dance (robot dance)
Yeah
Do the robot dance
Robot dance (robot dance)
Put your hands up
Take a chance

[Verse 2]
I saw you standing over there
With the funny look
The vacant stare
Don't be scared

[Prechorus]
Step to the left
Step to the right
Move your body
All through the night

[Chorus]
Robot dance (robot dance)
Yeah
Do the robot dance
Robot dance (robot dance)
Put your hands up
Take a chance

Robot Dance

In Texas, biologists have documented an extraordinary bird — the natural hybrid offspring of a green jay and a blue jay. it's the first observed vertebrate that's hybridized as a result of two species both expanding their ranges due, at least in part, to climate change.  I wrote a song about it I call "Hybrid Jay"



(Verse 1)
In a Texas backyard, where the sun burns so wide,
A curious bird took its wings for a ride.
With a mask of deep black and a chest pure as snow,
A green jay and blue jay let their love freely grow.

From jungles and forests, their paths long apart,
Seven million years couldn't still their wild heart.
Climate's a-shifting, their ranges entwine,
In San Antonio's glow, their stars would align.

(Chorus)
Hybrid jay, soaring through the sky,
A feathered surprise where two worlds unify.
Green and blue, a blend so rare,
Dancing in the Texas air.
Hybrid jay, you're one of a kind,
A sign of the times in this heart of mine.

(Verse 2)
A birder's sharp gaze caught your hues so unique,
Shared on the web, gave the scholars a peek.
Brian Stokes raced with a net in his grip,
To find you, rare bird, on that warm Texas trip.

Mist nets were strung, but you danced out of reach,
Till fate brought you near in that yard's quiet breach.
A drop of your blood spoke of lineage true,
Green jay mama, blue jay dad, born in the blue.

(Chorus)
Hybrid jay, soaring through the sky,
A feathered surprise where two worlds unify.
Green and blue, a blend so rare,
Dancing in the Texas air.
Hybrid jay, you're one of a kind,
A sign of the times in this heart of mine.

(Bridge)
Climate's turning, borders blurring, walls fade away,
Tropical and temperate join in a bold new display.
You're the first, oh creature, born of change's embrace,
A winged marvel, rewriting nature's old space.

(Verse 3)
No name like the grolar or coywolf you bear,
Yet your tale soars high in the Gulf's salty air.
From a Texas backyard to the journals of lore,
Your hybrid spark lights up science's core.

So glide, little jay, with your colors so grand,
A story of worlds woven tight in your band.
The future's unknown, but your wings pave the trail,
A hybrid of hope where old boundaries fail.

(Chorus)
Hybrid jay, soaring through the sky,
A feathered surprise where two worlds unify.
Green and blue, a blend so rare,
Dancing in the Texas air.
Hybrid jay, you're one of a kind,
A sign of the times in this heart of mine.

(Outro)
Here's to the jay, with a song in its flight,
A child of the earth, blending day with the night.
In a Texas backyard, where the tale came alive,
The hybrid jay soars, where two worlds thrive.




Hybrid Jay

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